Louisiana: Sales Tax Handbook
Are Medical Goods and Services subject to sales tax?
While Louisiana's sales tax generally applies to most transactions, certain items have special treatment in many states when it comes to sales taxes. This page describes the taxability of medical goods and services in Louisiana, including medical devices, medical services and medicines. To learn more, see a full list of taxable and tax-exempt items in Louisiana.
Medical Devices
EXEMPT
In the state of Louisiana, a prescription is required.
Medical Services
EXEMPT
Sales of medical services are exempt from the sales tax in Louisiana.
Medicines
TAXABLE
Sales of medicines are subject to sales tax in Louisiana.
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